CASINO NEWS
Scientific Games unveils suite of solutions to help operators reimagine casino floor
Scientific Games has unveiled a suite of contactless gaming solutions to aid casino operators in their quest to keep players and team members safe while maintaining a fun atmosphere. Swiftly responding to the need to
develop solutions that support enhanced sanitation protocols and assist with social distancing measures in a post COVID-19 world, Scientific Games developed advanced technology solutions to help casino operators reimagine play for their guests. “Scientific Games has always been committed to innovation, but it is now more critical than ever to develop solutions that help our partners address and adapt to the new normal,” said Matt Wilson, Executive Vice President and Gaming Group Chief Executive. “Our suite of contactless gaming solutions enables our partners to deliver a new, yet fun and engaging gaming experience for their players all while keeping them safe. This advanced technology sets a new standard for the industry and is available for our partners now.” Scientific Games’ suite of contactless solutions includes the Unified Wallet cashless gaming experience, a Social Distancing Module and Automated Game Sanitisation.
Unified Wallet Scientific Games’ Unified Wallet is powering a cashless gaming experience by giving players the power to instantly access funds to play their favorite slots and tables through an app on their personal mobile device. Taking a mobile-first approach, cashless solutions are not only convenient for guests but are also cost effective for casino operators. Unified Wallet eliminates lines at ATMs to withdraw cash or at a kiosk or casino cage to redeem tickets as well as reduces costs on machine maintenance including bill validators, ticket printers and ticket redemption kiosks.
Social Distancing Module The Social Distancing Module provides three distinct features for operators: Dynamic Distancing, EGM Scheduler and Resort and Game Reserve. These features provide further opportunities for casino operators to adhere to the
8 MAY/JUNE 2020
UK casinos to re-open from July 4th
England’s land-based casinos will be ready to reopen their doors again from 4th July, abiding by strict anti-COVID standards, the industry has declared. Every casino in the country has been closed since the
lockdown began on 23rd March as part of the national effort to combat the spread of covid-19. The Government confirmed last month that hospitality and
leisure facilities, such as casinos, may be able to open from 4 July as part of the third and final phase of its plans to ease the restrictions brought in to tackle the virus. Casino operators have confirmed that they are prepared to
necessary safety measures now required by public health and gaming officials.
Dynamic Distancing facilitates social
distancing amongst slot players, disabling all games within close proximity once a player cards in. EGM Scheduler allows operators to
quickly upload a list of games that should remain enabled on the casino floor and even allows them to do so remotely through the use of a Control EGM feature. Resort Reserve and Game Reserve
allow players to reserve their favorite game during their visit allowing them to customize their experience to their preferences all while staying safe.
Automated Game Sanitisation Keeping casino team members and guests in mind, the Automated Game Sanitisation solution eliminates the manual task of searching for games that need to be sanitised on the casino floor by quickly identifying games that require sanitisation after active play. Operators can also schedule sanitisation at regular intervals for continued sanitisation as well as anonymous play.
reopen for business again from that date, with stringent hygiene and social distancing measures in place at all casinos to ensure the safety of staff and customers. This will include customers using hand sanitisers before entering the casino, as well as when joining and leaving a gaming table. Entry to casinos will also be limited to one person at a time,
with two-metre social distancing enforced in any queues outside. Table capacity limits will be enforced to reduce the risk of infection, while face coverings will be made available to customers on request. Floor layouts are designed to ensure social distancing at all times, gaming machines will be cleaned after each play session and ATMs will be sanitised at least once an hour. Plexiglass screens may also be used where necessary to maintain social distancing and protect staff and customers. Trained staff will also be on hand to promote safer gambling for customers returning to venues. All casinos that open will observe the latest Government social distancing rules. However, for some in the high-end casino sector the relaxation of social distancing measures are not enough to enable them to return to business. With the vast majority of their customers being overseas tourists, travel restrictions will need to ease before there is any prospect of their doors reopening. The casino sector contributes more than £300m a year to the UK Exchequer and employs nearly 13,000 people.
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